Boating Safety (43)

Close-up of a silver bass, fishing concept.

Top 7 Tips for Staying Safe When Fishing This Season

When you're planning a great fishing season, there are a lot of things you'll want to consider. From the weather to emergencies like a person overboard in cold water, you need to be ready for anything your adventures bring. Here are seven of the top tips for…

A boat on calm waters near a shore, tide table concept.

What Is a Tide Table?

When planning a day at the beach or a boat trip, one thing to monitor is the tide. Understanding tides and current conditions can help you learn if the water is low enough to go beachcombing, for example, or high enough for your boat to…

A boater using the radio for a mayday call.

Why Mayday is Used as an Emergency Call

For a ship in distress, the most powerful word at that moment is "mayday." Its origins can be traced back to the evolution of language coupled with humanity's quest to find ways to protect itself. Code words for various issues have been used for centuries, and…

Close-up of a hand holding a fishing rod over the water, bass fishing concept.

A Guide to Bass Fishing for Beginners

Many boaters enjoy bass fishing, a great way to spend time on or near the water. It's exhilarating at times while also peaceful when the fish aren't biting, and you have time to simply enjoy nature. When you're just getting started fishing for bass, learning…

Multiple boats at the dock, Canada boat safety course concept.

Which Canada Boat Safety Courses Are Legit?

Safety is among the most important considerations when you're on a boat in Canadian waters. Not only that, but Canada also requires all boat operators to pass a safety course before they can get their Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC). This card is required to…